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Cheap Car Hire in Tauranga from £18

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Tauranga with a pick-up date of 14/7 and drop-off date of 21/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Popular car types in Tauranga

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Tauranga and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 8 July 2025.

There are, in total, 21 car hire locations in Tauranga that are operated by 12 companies. In the past week, SUV is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: £18/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from Tauranga hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

SUV

SUV

People carrier

People carrier

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Commercial

Commercial

Compare car hire deals in Tauranga by type

Here are the best Tauranga small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Tauranga SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Nissan Leaf£18/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Leaf
Hyundai Kona£24/day
4
2
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Kona
Peugeot 208£27/day
2
M
A/C
Peugeot 208

Best car hire deals found in Tauranga

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Tauranga. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Tauranga with an average daily rate of £36. Data was last updated on 8 July 2025.
The best prices on car hires in Tauranga we've found at this time. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Volkswagen T-Cross£18/day
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A/C
Volkswagen T-Cross
Hyundai i30£18/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai i30
Honda CR-V£22/day
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4
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A/C
Honda CR-V

Cheapflights insights for Tauranga car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Tauranga, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Tauranga?

To get the best deal on car hire in Tauranga, book about 90 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around £24, which is about 58% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Tauranga?

Apex is currently the cheapest car hire company in Tauranga with deals as low as £19.26/day found in the past two weeks. EZI is another inexpensive option with rates as low as £23.04/day.

What is the best car rental company in Tauranga?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Tauranga is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10). Avis (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Tauranga?

Planning to hire a car in Tauranga? August is the cheapest month, costing about £26 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of £59. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

£57

February

£51

March

£57

April

£50

May

£31

June

£26

July

£27

August

£26

September

£29

October

£31

November

£43

December

£59

What car do most people hire in Tauranga?

Compact cars (Mitsubishi ASX, for example) are the most popular in Tauranga. SUV (Mitsubishi ASX) and Economy (Suzuki Swift) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Tauranga.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Tauranga?

Thrifty has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Tauranga at 3.

Top hire agencies in Tauranga

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Tauranga known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Tauranga. Reviews were last updated on 8 July 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Tauranga, including Thrifty, Avis and Apex. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Thrifty

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

2 locations

Apex

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

EZI

1 location

Dollar

1 location

Hertz

7.3
Good
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

8.0

Firefly

2 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Tauranga, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Tauranga for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz is one of the most popular car hire companies in Tauranga, offering car hire for around £291 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Tauranga?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Tauranga for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much is a car hire in Tauranga for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Tauranga is £34. Hiring a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Tauranga. For the month of August, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Tauranga for as low as £0/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Tauranga

Browse car hires by fuel type in Tauranga. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Tauranga. Deals were last updated on 8 July 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Tauranga. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£24+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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